1908 - 2008
John Kenneth Galbraith was a prominent Canadian-American economist, diplomat, and author, known for his influential works on the role of government in the economy and his skepticism of free-market capitalism. Born on October 15, 1908, he served in various positions, including U.S. Ambassador to India and was a member of the Kennedy and Johnson administrations. Galbraith's best-known books include "The Affluent Society" and "The New Industrial State," which helped shape modern economic thought.